WHY ARE YOU RUNNING FOR OFFICE?: I am running for City Council because I have a vested interest that Upland provide a safe community to live and work. I have lived in Upland for over 40 years and my wife Patti and I are raising our children here. As your representative and a past-elected school board member, I have worked to create safe neighborhoods and strong schools. I have balanced the city’s budget, increased public safety, and focused on repairing our city’s streets and sidewalks, all without raising taxes. I am dedicated to prudent fiscal spending, maintaining budget reserves and preserving Upland’s safe small town atmosphere.

COLLEGES, DEGREES: Bachelor of arts in business from San Diego State University

RUN FOR ELECTED OFFICE BEFORE?: Ran for Upland City Council in 2008

COMMUNITY OFFICES OR ORGANIZATIONS: None

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING FOR THIS OFFICE?: With over 20 years of service to our country, our community and to my neighbors, I have worked to exemplify the values of honor and integrity. Conservative and fair, I believe in honest, open government that has a vision and plan for the future of our great city. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps with over 14 years of service, including tours in Somalia, Iraq, and most recently as a reserve staff sergeant in MCAS at Miramar. I have the leadership and the right plans for our city’s future. Visit votecreighton.org to learn more. New leadership, No excuses.

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CANDIDATE: Gino L. Filippi

CAMPAIGN WEBSITE: Gino L. Filippi for Upland City Council 2010 on www.facebook.com

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING FOR THIS OFFICE?: The Upland City Council needs revitalizing. My passion is driven by people and their contributions. I’m considered open-minded, ethical and organized. While this is my first opportunity to serve the people of Upland in an official capacity, I have served as a community volunteer for multiple organizations for over 20 years. I will work to establish term limits, maintain public safety including sidewalk and street repairs, restore library services and support local business. I have no agenda for personal gain or favors and my objective is to restore Upland to the “City of Gracious Living” as intended by its founders. Residents are deserving of responsible representation regardless of their political affiliation or level of income.

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING FOR THIS OFFICE?: Leadership, integrity and accountability are the three cornerstones of government. Building a better future for Upland means putting the concerns of our people first. My priorities are: Maintain a high level of police and fire personnel and clean up deteriorated areas. Make public safety our top budget priority. Limit fees to protect residents from excessive charges for water, trash, sewer and other services. Continue the repair of streets, sidewalks and alleys. Support improving education of the Upland School District. Help create more jobs. Strengthen community standards to preserve home values and open areas. Support San Antonio Community Hospital and its expansion program. Improve communications with local residents. Insist on public “light of day” scrutiny of city contracts and agreements.

WHY ARE YOU RUNNING FOR THIS OFFICE? To continue my long standing commitment to our community with proven leadership skills for positive results! I have consistently voted for balanced city budgets while maintaining a 25 percent operating reserve during these difficult economic times. Voted to approve the recently completed Fire Station No. 4 and new animal shelter without borrowing any funds. With our many involvements and friendships we have developed roots in this community that are both deep and strong. I believe in an ethical, open and honest City Hall that encourages citizen input. With your vote we can keep our city government responsive, efficient and cost effective.